Seasonal Sales Associate
About The Position
Join our seasonal team to promote the joy of learning in our stores during our Big Back to School Sale! This role requires availability through September 26, 2026, with peak season occurring during the summer months. There may be an opportunity to extend your role or join our core team as a part-time associate. As part of our retail team, you get to be the heartbeat of the company and provide our customers with an unforgettable experience—all in a fast-paced, fast-changing environment that allows you to showcase your people skills and develop operational expertise. Providing great customer service isn’t just a goal—it’s the essence of who we are. Each customer knows that walking through our doors means experiencing unbeatable service with an amazing depth of product knowledge every time they visit.
Requirements
- Must be available to work between June 23 and August 16, with potential extension
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, especially during the busy back-to-school season
- Part-time availability with a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends
- Occasionally required to climb a ladder
- Must be able to frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds
- Frequent bending, stooping and kneeling is required
- Routine standing for duration of shift (up to 8 hours)
- Must be able to work varied hours and days, including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
Nice To Haves
- Previous retail experience is highly preferred
- Experience in customer outreach and driving customer loyalty through brand awareness initiatives is preferred
- Familiarity with cash register/POS systems is a plus
Responsibilities
- Contribute to achieving store and team goals while fostering customer loyalty
- Ensure every customer feels welcome and valued from the moment they enter the store
- Stay updated on product features and benefits to provide informed recommendations to customers
- Handle customer concerns with empathy and efficiency, escalating complex issues to management when necessary
- Maintain overall store cleanliness, ensuring all areas, including the sales floor, stockroom and common areas are tidy and presentable
- Ensure shelves are well-stocked and inventory is accurately tracked
- Process transactions accurately and efficiently
- Assist with merchandising and store displays
- Participate in training programs and staff meetings
- Help onboard new employees by sharing knowledge and offering support
- Seek feedback to improve and grow within your role and beyond
Benefits
- Hourly: $17/hr starting base pay
- Generous employee discount
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
